<rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><channel><title>longpointyoga</title><description>longpointyoga</description><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/blog</link><item><title>'Exploring the Theory of Yoga Nidra'</title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday October 21st, 3.45-5.30pm, I will be holding a mini- workshop on the Theory of Yoga Nidra, at the Bicheno Hall annex.We'll begin with a chai/tea/coffee, and then chat informally about this beautiful guided relaxation meditation practice and the actual workings of it.Many of you may be familiar with the actual practice of Yoga Nidra, coming to a 30 minute session, lying in shavasana, and once fully comfortable, listening to the teacher guide you through the practice.This workshop will<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_9733af564e0145a09a2f3f5e264f255c%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_126%2Ch_84/a182cd_9733af564e0145a09a2f3f5e264f255c%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Kez Smith</dc:creator><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/10/13/Exploring-the-Theory-of-Yoga-Nidra</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/10/13/Exploring-the-Theory-of-Yoga-Nidra</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Oct 2018 04:48:12 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>On Sunday October 21st, 3.45-5.30pm, I will be holding a mini- workshop on the Theory of Yoga Nidra, at the Bicheno Hall annex.</div><div>We'll begin with a chai/tea/coffee, and then chat informally about this beautiful guided relaxation meditation practice and the actual workings of it.</div><div>Many of you may be familiar with the actual practice of Yoga Nidra, coming to a 30 minute session, lying in shavasana, and once fully comfortable, listening to the teacher guide you through the practice.</div><div>This workshop will go a little further to give insights into &amp; examine each stage of the practice, including Sankalpa, and how to create and use one, and the way each stage has a particular effect/benefit on the body, mind &amp; emotions.</div><div>Perhaps bring a friend who may benefit from YN, and any questions you may have been wanting to ask - I'll do my best to give clear, easy to understand answers.</div><div>The session will finish with a 30 minute Yoga Nidra, to leave you feeling refreshed and energised to start your week.</div><div>All mats, blankets, bolsters will be provided.</div><div>$15</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_9733af564e0145a09a2f3f5e264f255c~mv2.jpg"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>A Sound Journey - Sunday 30th September, 2pm - 4pm with Sister Rhythm from St Helens.</title><description><![CDATA[Welcoming Charon & Lila back to Bicheno for an afternoon of nurturing Sound to soothe and heal all aspects of self.Bring a friend, mat & blanket, and gift yourself an afternoon of deep relaxation.$25 and bookings essential.<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_5ea10ff7ef0f4dfca2b00dc0b61f70a6%7Emv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_410%2Ch_478/a182cd_5ea10ff7ef0f4dfca2b00dc0b61f70a6%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Kez</dc:creator><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/09/14/A-Sound-Journey---Sunday-30th-September-2pm---4pm-with-Sister-Rhythm-from-St-Helens</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/09/14/A-Sound-Journey---Sunday-30th-September-2pm---4pm-with-Sister-Rhythm-from-St-Helens</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2018 15:19:51 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>Welcoming Charon &amp; Lila back to Bicheno for an afternoon of nurturing Sound to soothe and heal all aspects of self.</div><div>Bring a friend, mat &amp; blanket, and gift yourself an afternoon of deep relaxation.</div><div>$25 and bookings essential.</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_5ea10ff7ef0f4dfca2b00dc0b61f70a6~mv2.jpg"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>***Classes on hold for the next fortnight from Monday 17th Sept. till Sunday 30th Sept. *** I will be away for a weekend of Continuing Professional Development, 'Yoga Therapy for muscular/skeletal injuries' - then taking a short break.</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/2241d769b7d543a58aae9408f542d6f2.jpg/v1/fill/w_546%2Ch_293/2241d769b7d543a58aae9408f542d6f2.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/09/14/Classes-on-hold-for-the-next-fortnight-from-Monday-17th-Sept-till-Sunday-30th-Sept-I-will-be-away-for-a-weekend-of-Continuing-Professional-Development-Yoga-Therapy-for-muscularskeletal-injuries---then-taking-a-short-break</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/09/14/Classes-on-hold-for-the-next-fortnight-from-Monday-17th-Sept-till-Sunday-30th-Sept-I-will-be-away-for-a-weekend-of-Continuing-Professional-Development-Yoga-Therapy-for-muscularskeletal-injuries---then-taking-a-short-break</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2018 15:01:40 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/2241d769b7d543a58aae9408f542d6f2.jpg"/><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/2241d769b7d543a58aae9408f542d6f2.jpg"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>SUNRISE YOGA - Bicheno Hall Annex - each Sunday @ 8am-9am , all mats etc provided. ***no classes Sunday 16th Sept &amp; Sept 23rd*** See you Sunday 30th Sept. Introducing &quot;Salute to the Sun&quot; to shake off the  heaviness of winter &amp; energise the body as the sun starts to warm up.</title><description><![CDATA[<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a84f91fb36934745865332a2515800ac.jpg/v1/fill/w_546%2Ch_364/a84f91fb36934745865332a2515800ac.jpg"/>]]></description><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/01/13/Yoga-by-the-Sea--Bicheno-Lions-Park-each-Sunday-morning-over-summer-715am-815am</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2018/01/13/Yoga-by-the-Sea--Bicheno-Lions-Park-each-Sunday-morning-over-summer-715am-815am</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:08:34 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a84f91fb36934745865332a2515800ac.jpg"/><div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_34786396bd8c4b528620cccae9df59d5~mv2.jpg"/></div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Another Great Online Retailer</title><description><![CDATA[Here;s another great shop I've used for bolsters and blankets if anyone is interested in getting their own for home! https://www.stretchnow.com.au]]></description><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2017/12/18/Another-Great-Online-Retailer</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2017/12/18/Another-Great-Online-Retailer</guid><pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2017 00:59:26 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>Here;s another great shop I've used for bolsters and blankets if anyone is interested in getting their own for home! https://www.stretchnow.com.au</div></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Divine Goddess</title><description><![CDATA[If you are after any gorgeous yoga bits and pieces, clothing, mats, bolsters etc, this Australian company is brilliant to work with - thank you Divine Goddess!.<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_dbecf493f5424bce9558ad96dd050c53%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Kez</dc:creator><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2016/05/04/Healing-through-yoga-3-inspiring-stories</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2016/05/04/Healing-through-yoga-3-inspiring-stories</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 07:12:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>If you are after any gorgeous yoga bits and pieces, clothing, mats, bolsters etc, this Australian company is brilliant to work with - thank you <a href="https://www.divinegoddess.net/?utm_source=yotpo&amp;utm_medium=facebook&amp;utm_campaign=social_share&amp;ref=yotpo_3">Divine Goddess</a>!.</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_dbecf493f5424bce9558ad96dd050c53~mv2.jpg"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>How Yoga Nidra Works</title><description><![CDATA[An interesting read from the Huffington Post about Yoga Nidra, a guided relaxation meditation.Join me @ 5pm Sunday afternoon to experience for yourself, Bicheno Hall annexe - perfect way to spend 1/2 hour in the lead up to the busyness of Christmas<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_3f8b75dec1e04f7b8c41a77cc787c16f%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Kez</dc:creator><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2016/05/04/10-surprising-side-effects-of-adopting-a-regular-work-out-routine</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2016/05/04/10-surprising-side-effects-of-adopting-a-regular-work-out-routine</guid><pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2017 07:11:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>An interesting read from the Huffington Post about <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/how-yoga-nidra-works_us_58efcea5e4b048372700d692">Yoga Nidra</a>, a guided relaxation meditation.</div><div>Join me @ 5pm Sunday afternoon to experience for yourself, Bicheno Hall annexe - perfect way to spend 1/2 hour in the lead up to the busyness of Christmas</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_3f8b75dec1e04f7b8c41a77cc787c16f~mv2.jpg"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The Benefits of Sound Therapy</title><description><![CDATA[A short article on the benefits of sound therapy.Sound Therapy refers to a range of therapies in which sound is used to treat physical and mental conditions. Indigenous societies around the world have traditionally used sound in healing ceremonies, including drumming, hand-clapping, singing, dancing, and pulsating since the beginning of time.<img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_38f7c9450ef84466a695d3448a85c687%7Emv2.jpg"/>]]></description><dc:creator>Lucy Willis, Wellwood Health</dc:creator><link>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2016/05/04/Are-you-ready-to-plunge-into-yoga</link><guid>https://www.longpointyoga.com.au/single-post/2016/05/04/Are-you-ready-to-plunge-into-yoga</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2017 07:09:00 +0000</pubDate><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div>A short article on the<a href="https://www.wellwoodhealth.com/wellness/soundtherapy/">benefits of sound therapy</a>.</div><div>Sound Therapy refers to a range of therapies in which sound is used to treat physical and mental conditions. Indigenous societies around the world have traditionally used sound in healing ceremonies, including drumming, hand-clapping, singing, dancing, and pulsating since the beginning of time.</div><img src="http://static.wixstatic.com/media/a182cd_38f7c9450ef84466a695d3448a85c687~mv2.jpg"/></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>